Using a UK iPhone in New Zealand

I've had the phone unlocked by Vodafone but I keep being told different things about what I then need to - has anyone actually done this who can confirm what you need to do? Do you need to restore the software when you put the new SIM in? If so did you need to connect to iTunes to do that? I've been told that I may need to connect to my usual computer and do it while I'm in the UK! Very confusing!! Thanks

Paul0099 wrote:
I've been told that I may need to connect to my usual computer and do it while I'm in the UK!
Correct.
Paul0099 wrote:
Do you need to restore the software
Yes, Connect to iTunes on the computer you usually Sync with and Restore...
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1414
Towards the end of the Restore process you should receive a Message informing you your Device is Unlocked and then you can either Restore from Backup or as New and Sync your Content.

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